Grilled Chicken with Garlic Brown Sugar Sauce

Grilled Chicken with Garlic Brown Sugar Sauce

This grilled chicken recipe is packed with flavor, thanks to a sweet and smoky brown sugar garlic sauce. Juicy, tender, and easy to make, these chicken skewers are perfect for grilling season!

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Grilled Chicken with Garlic Brown Sugar Sauce

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 8

Total Time: 18

Servings:

Calories: 600kcal

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

4 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1–2 red bell peppers, diced
2 tbsp 2 tablespoons fresh chopped cilantro (for garnish)

For the Marinade:

¼ cup brown sugar
1 cup BBQ sauce
2 tsp smoked paprika
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
2 tsp dried oregano

Instructions

Prepare the Marinade:
In a small bowl, whisk together the BBQ sauce, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic, cayenne pepper (if using), and oregano.
Season the Chicken:
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized cubes and season lightly with salt and pepper.
Marinate:
Toss the chicken pieces in half of the prepared marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes (or up to overnight for deeper flavor).
Grill the Chicken:
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
Thread the marinated chicken and diced bell peppers onto skewers.
Grill for about 3-4 minutes per side, basting occasionally with the remaining marinade, until the chicken is fully cooked and has nice grill marks.
Serve & Garnish:
Transfer the grilled chicken skewers to a serving platter, sprinkle with fresh cilantro, and enjoy!

Notes

For best results, soak wooden skewers in water for 15-30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
Pair with a fresh salad, grilled veggies, or rice for a complete meal.
Adjust spice levels by increasing or omitting the cayenne pepper.

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